Description
It all started with some berries...
In this version of paying it forward, one good deed leads to another as people in a multicultural neighborhood, including a Jewish family, change the life of the community.
"The author lets her characters make her point (the world is a much better place when people are kind), only introducing the Jewish term for this behavior - mitzvot - at the end of the story. Melmon's upbeat illustrations are similarly nondenominational and will help listeners visualize the story's key elements."--Booklist Online
"This is a good read-aloud for young children, as the art is benign and the text includes a pleasing repetition of reactions from neighbors, who are always 'surprised' and 'delighted' by the kindness bestowed upon them. Another positive touch: the succinct back story about the derivation of the word 'mitzvah.' A sweet plug for random acts of kindness."--Kirkus Reviews
Details
Author: |
Fields, Terri |
Publisher: |
Kar-Ben Publishing (R) |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2015 |
Number of Pages: |
24 |
Dewey: |
E |
Dewey Range: |
E |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
6 |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Lower Grade |
Accelerated Reader Reading Level: |
2.9 |
Accelerated Reader Point Value: |
0.5 |
Lexile Level: |
580 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |
